Draft Regulations on Exploitation of Mineral Resources in the Area

JAMAICA, Kingston (25 August 2017) - - The Secretariat of the International Seabed Authority has made available a document entitled “Draft regulations on exploitation of mineral resources in the Area” (ISBA/23/LTC/CRP.3*) for comment by stakeholders, together with a list of questions contained in document ISBA/23/C/12.

The deadline for submissions is 20 December 2017; however, stakeholders are encouraged to submit comments by 17 November 2017 in order to maximise the time available for analysis. Other details concerning any submission are outlined in document ISBA/23/C/12. Responses are to be sent to consultation@isa.org.jm.